Outcomes

This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.

97%

Average SAT

Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.

1200

142 responses

Average ACT

Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.

27

64 responses

Popular Colleges

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following colleges.

North Carolina State University

136Students

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

112Students

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

111Students

Appalachian State University

95Students

University of North Carolina - Wilmington

89Students

University of South Carolina

82Students

East Carolina University

69Students

Clemson University

41Students

Duke University

37Students

Wake Forest University

36Students

Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading

This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.

66%

Percent Proficient - Math

This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.

63%

AP Enrollment

31%

AP Exam Pass Rate

Percentage of AP students who pass at least one AP exam.

72%

Advanced Math Enrollment

Very High

Poll

How challenging are academics at this school?

This school is nationally recognized.

26%

This school is the best in the area.

65%

Probably like most other schools.

6%

This school doesn't challenge anyone.

3%

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety

B

Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.

Poll

91%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school.23 responses

Poll

87%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.23 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 54 responses

Football games

26%

Prom

19%

Pep Rally

13%

Football and basketball games

11%

Lake Norman Live!

9%

Skitzomania!

7%

Musical

6%

Students

Diversity

C-

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

1,833

Free or Reduced Lunch

This is the percentage of students who are eligible to receive free or reduced price lunch. Not all eligible students exercise this option, especially at non-traditional schools like online schools.

9%

100%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.27 responses

89%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.27 responses

100%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.27 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

The Student-Teacher Ratio for private schools is reported directly by the school. The Student-Teacher Ratio for public schools is calculated based on the number of full-time equivalent teachers reported by the school, so the actual student-teacher ratio for these schools may vary.

20:1

National

16:1

Average Teacher Salary

$41,343

Teachers in First/Second Year

6.6%

74%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.39 responses

82%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.39 responses

82%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.39 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities

B+

Based on expenses per student, number of sports offered, and student and parent reviews.

Girls Athletic Participation

Average

Boys Athletic Participation

Average

Expenses Per Student

$8,196/ year

National

$11,890

85%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.41 responses

54%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.41 responses

68%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.41 responses

Reviews

272 reviews

Excellent

59

Very Good

114

Average

79

Poor

7

Terrible

13

The few students of color and low-income students band together. Most students are rich, white, conservative and obsessive about grades. LGBT students are suprisingly accepted, that is, if you are white and rich. Most students drive to school in expensive cars, sport awful spray tans and wear outdated yet expensive summer wear--yearlong. It's extremely hard to be not rich, not white, and not conservative here. Walking in the hallways I hear things like "F-ck Bernie Sanders! Trump is going to win!" Students here live in Trump's neighborhood and are incredibly loyal to him. One of my teachers started the first day of class by explaining the feats and accomplishments of Hitler, the side that we "didn't learn about."

Lake Norman High School teachers can vary. Most of the teachers I have had in my high school career are amazing! U have had a few teacher who were not as helpful as a resource but I believe most schools have that. Overall the teachers are very hands on and they teach multiple different styles, ones that best benefit the students. They communicate well with what is happening in classes, I have never not known when a test is or quiz. As we all know AP classes grading is stricter then your honors or academic classes but I have never witnessed or hear of any unfair grading. Overall a great school with a great environment.

High School Senior

3 months ago

At Lake Norman we have multiple clubs and athletes. Clubs include Friends for Change, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Keywanettes, etc. Since there is a big variety of clubs there is basically one for everyone! Also sports is a big extracurricular activity at Lake Norman